It’s very rare that our J.P. starts a review with the phrase “believe the hype,” yet “Black Panther” is definitely that type of film. Starring Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan and Lupita Nyong’o, he gives his thoughts on the eighteenth film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). BLACK PANTHER MARVEL…
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Our J.P. reviews “The Shape of Water,” a film written and directed by Guillermo del Toro and stars Sally Hawkins, Octavia Spencer, Michael Shannon, Richard Jenkins, Michael Stuhlbarg and Doug Jones. THE SHAPE OF WATER Fox Searchlight Pictures Rating: R / Run Time: 118 minutes Directed by Guillermo del Toro Produced by…
Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Flash, Aquaman and Cyborg have finally teamed up. Our superhero J.P. reviews the long-awaited “Justice League.” JUSTICE LEAGUE Warner Bros. Pictures Opened: Friday, November 17, 2017 Rated PG-13 for sequences of sci-fi violence and action. Directed by Zack Snyder Produced by Charles Roven, Deborah Snyder,…
Following 2011’s “Thor” and 2013’s “Thor: The Dark World,” the crown prince of Asgard (Chris Hemsworth) returns for another solo outing with “Avenger” buddy Hulk (Mark Ruffalo). Our superhero fan J.P. gives his thoughts on “Thor: Ragnarok.” Thor: Ragnarok Marvel Studios / Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Director: Taika Waititi Actors:…
The Stephen King novel gets another scary adaptation. It was an ABC two-part miniseries in 1990 and now a big-screen feature film. Our JP, who loves horror, gives us his take on the new film, starring Jaeden Lieberher and Bill Skarsgård. IT (Warner Bros) Directed by Andy Muschietti Produced by Roy…
A big fan of The Stephen King’s novels, our JP reviews the film adaptation of “The Dark Tower,” starring Idris Elba and Matthew McConaughey. Does the superfan like the film? “THE DARK TOWER” Columbia Pictures Opens: Friday, August 4, 2017 This film has been rated PG-13 by the MPAA for…
Charlize Theron and James McAvoy star in the spy thriller “Atomic Blonde.” Our JP reviews the film that’s directed by David Leitch (“John Wick”). Atomic Blonde Focus Features RATED: R (RESTRICTED – under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian) for sequences of strong violence, language throughout, and some sexuality/nudity. Directed by:…
Our J.P. reviews director Luc Besson’s version of the French science fiction comics series, “Valérian and Laureline.” Previous SIDEWALKS guests Dane DeHaan and Cara Delevingne star in “Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets.” Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets STX Entertainment Directed by Luc Besson…
The training wheels come off for young Spidey, as “Spider-Man: Homecoming” prepares for the coming of a full-fledged hero. Our J.P. reviews the film. “SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING” Columbia Pictures Opens: Friday, July 7, 2017 This film has been rated PG-13 by the MPAA. Directed By Jon Watts Produced By Kevin…
They’re back … for the 5th feature in the blockbuster film series. Our J.P. has his thoughts on “Transformers: The Last Knight,” starring the returning Mark Wahlberg. Transformers: The Last Knight Paramount Pictures Directed by: Michael Bay Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Josh Duhamel, Anthony Hopkins, Laura Haddock, Jerrod Carmichael, Isabela Moner…
Yet another swashbuckling adventure staring the swaggering, drunkard and flamboyant pirate of the high seas Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp). Our J.P. reviews “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales,” the fifth installment of the movie series. PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MEN TELL NO TALES (in Digital 3D)…
Director Ridley Scott returns to the far, dark reaches of space for the terrifying follow-up to “Prometheus.” “Alien: Covenant” 20th Century Fox Directed by Ridley Scott Produced by Ridley Scott, Mark Huffam, Michael Schaefer, David Giler, Walter Hill Screenplay by John Logan, Dante Harper Story by Jack Paglen, Michael Green…
“The Fast and the Furious” franchise continues with its 8th outing. Our J.P. reviews “The Fate of the Furious” starring Vin Diesel, Dwayne Johnson, Jason Statham, Michelle Rodriguez, Kurt Russell and Charlize Theron. THE FATE OF THE FURIOUS (Universal) Rated: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned – Some Material May Be Inappropriate…
“Ghost in the Shell” is a seinen manga series written and illustrated by Masamune Shirow. The Japanese comics have spawned a media franchise that includes animated films, books, video games and now an American film. Our J.P. reviews the Scarlett Johansson-led live-action, Hollywood adaptation. Ghost in the Shell Paramount Pictures…
“Kong: Skull Island” is not like hammy B-movies of ole. 84 years on the big screen, the legendary beast still reigns supreme in the monster movie arena. Our J.P. reviews the Jordan Vogt-Roberts that stars Tom Hiddleston, Samuel L. Jackson, John Goodman and Brie Larson. KONG: SKULL ISLAND Warner Bros.…
Is this finally the end of Hugh Jackman playing Wolverine? After nine films for the last 17 years, our previous SIDEWALKS guest plays his best known part in the solo outing, “Logan.” Our J.P. reviews the film. LOGAN (20th Century Fox) Release: March 3, 2017 Director: James Mangold Produced ByHutch…